The Powerball drawing on September 18, 2024, featured a staggering jackpot of $350 million. This highly anticipated event drew countless participants hoping to become the next big winner. While the grand prize remained unclaimed, numerous players across the country won substantial amounts in other prize categories. Here’s a detailed look at the winning numbers, prize breakdown, and what this means for future drawings.
Winning Numbers for September 18, 2024
The winning numbers for the Powerball draw on September 18, 2024, were:
- Main Numbers: 12, 23, 35, 42, 56
- Powerball: 7
- Power Play: 4x
Unfortunately, no one matched all six numbers to claim the $350 million jackpot, causing the prize to roll over to the next drawing. The estimated jackpot for the next Powerball draw is now expected to reach $400 million.
Prize Breakdown
Although there was no jackpot winner, many players still walked away with significant prizes. Below is a detailed breakdown of the prize distribution:
| Match Type | Prize Amount | Winners | Total Prize Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 5 + Powerball | $350,000,000 | 0 | $0 |
| Match 5 | $1,000,000 | 1 | $1,000,000 |
| Match 4 + Powerball | $50,000 | 5 | $250,000 |
| Match 4 | $100 | 159 | $15,900 |
| Match 3 + Powerball | $100 | 484 | $48,400 |
| Match 3 | $7 | 10,721 | $75,047 |
| Match 2 + Powerball | $7 | 9,572 | $67,004 |
| Match 1 + Powerball | $4 | 76,365 | $305,460 |
| Match 0 + Powerball | $4 | 162,258 | $649,032 |
For those who opted for the Power Play feature, the 4x multiplier significantly increased their winnings:
| Match Type (Power Play) | Prize Amount | Winners | Total Prize Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 5 | $2,000,000 | 0 | $0 |
| Match 4 + Powerball | $200,000 | 2 | $400,000 |
| Match 4 | $400 | 51 | $20,400 |
| Match 3 + Powerball | $400 | 187 | $74,800 |
| Match 3 | $28 | 4,392 | $123,376 |
| Match 2 + Powerball | $28 | 3,956 | $110,768 |
| Match 1 + Powerball | $16 | 32,874 | $525,984 |
| Match 0 + Powerball | $16 | 69,589 | $1,113,424 |
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What Happens Next?
With no jackpot winner for this draw, the prize has rolled over, increasing the excitement and anticipation for the next draw. The estimated jackpot for the upcoming drawing on September 21, 2024, is expected to be around $400 million, with a cash option of approximately $196.7 million. Players are already gearing up for another chance to win big.
How to Check Your Ticket
If you have a ticket from this draw, be sure to check your numbers carefully. You can use the official Powerball website or authorized lottery retailers to verify your ticket. Even if you didn’t hit the jackpot, there are multiple prize tiers, so you might still be a winner.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball continues to grow as the jackpot increases. Make sure to get your tickets for the next draw, and who knows—you could be the next big winner!